Data Protection / Compliance Manager (SME) - 9 Month Contract

Our client, based in Horsham, West Sussex is currently recruiting for a Data Protection / Compliance Manager to join their fantastic organisation on 9-month contract basis.

The successful Compliance Manager will develop and lead the new compliance function within the business focusing on Data Protection ensuring that all relevant legislation is met, and provide training and advice on best practice. You will become the subject matter person for data protection and manage and roll out compliance change.

Key responsibilities:

Be the subject matter expert for the Data Protection function

Ensure complete compliance with regulatory bodies / legislations

Carry out detailed analysis and assessments to identify risks to new and existing processes

Implement best practice across the business making sure that new legislation is being adhered to

Work with internal and external teams to manage and roll out compliance changes

Review 3rd party and legal contracts

Provide compliance training to new and existing employees

Become the central point for compliance within the business

Line management of a team

Key skills and attributes:

Proven track record working within a data protection focused role

Working knowledge and experience of managing compliance and legislation

Excellent skills in monitoring risks and applying contingency plans

Excellent contract management skills

Proven track record of rolling out compliance change across a business

Line management experience including the recruitment of team members

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Problem solving and analytical skills

The ability to build strong working relationships, networking and negotiation skills

GDPR knowledge would be highly advantageous

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hard working candidate who wants to take on a role and really make it their own. For more information please contact Georgia Harris at Clearwater People Solutions or apply as directed.

Please note: If you have not been contacted regarding your submission within 2 weeks your application has been unsuccessful for this role only.